The latest Ryan Zimmerman MLB and fantasy baseball news

Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman continues to work at first base in spring training, and the team has been impressed with his athleticism in learning the new position. "His athleticism is key for us," manager Matt Williams said. "He catches everything. He doesn't miss a ball."

Fantasy Tip: The most intriguing thing about Zimmerman entering the 2015 season is that he'll add first base to his eligibility collection, which makes him a bit more valuable to fantasy baseball owners. In addition to first, he'll also be eligible at third and in the outfield. However, there's plenty of injury risk that comes along with him, which is why he's ranked 13th in our third base rankings once the bigger names come off the board.

Fantasy Tip: Zimmerman's injury concerns are the biggest reason why he's fallen so far in the third base rankings heading into 2015. Power may be a concern now, too, if his shoulder is no longer as strong as it once was. Both third and first base eligibility will be nice, but he may not see enough time to qualify as an outfielder.

Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman (hamstring) said he was 'hurt enough not to play.' Zimmerman appeared in every game of the National League Division Series as a pinch hitter, but he did not run the bases or play the field.

Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman (hamstring) accepts his role coming off the bench in the National League Division Series. Zimmerman said he is not 100 percent, and noted it would be a lot harder, if he did not miss significant time due to injury.

Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman (hamstring) was unable to play third base in a simulated game Wednesday, Oct. 1, and hasn't appeared at the hot corner since Sept. 20. Zimmerman played in left field during the simulated game, according to manager Matt Williams. Zimmerman doesn't have an obvious spot if he were to return to the starting lineup, making it likely that he'll be in a bench role in the National League Division Series.